Welcome Reception & Registration
September 18, 2023
Grand Orrington Ballroom 2nd Floor, Hilton Orrington, Evanston
We welcome you to join us at our Welcome Reception to kick-off the week’s program, in the spacious and newly renovated Orrington Ballroom, at the Conference Venue the Hilton Orrington. This 5,800sq, ft, ballroom and foyer offer guests a premium location to casually mingle with conference participants, familiarize themselves with the Conference Venue and get acquainted with our downtown Evanston location.
Guests can also register for the conference at this reception. Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served for this event.
Evening Cruise
September 20, 2023
6:00pm, DuSable Harbor Chicago
Wednesday night we look forward to hosting an evening cruise, where guests will be treated to stunning views and a Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) tour of the Chicago skyline from the water. For more than 25 years, the CAC’s expertly trained docent volunteers have led cruise tours, sharing fascinating stories behind the buildings along the Chicago river and lakefront. For this event hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served along with a fully-catered meal with refreshments.
